Autism in My Family: a Journal for Siblings of
Children with ASD. Sandra Tucker, $25.95

An interactive workbook full of dynamic activities for
children with siblings on the autism spectrum. Through individualized exercises
in understanding and empathy, this book will serve to empower the child and
strengthen their sibling relationship.

Meet Jenny — a teen who confides in her
diary about what it is like to live with Ezra, her younger brother with autism,
and her life with the most "wacky, exasperating, infuriating, amazing
younger brother!"

If living with Ezra weren't hard enough,
Jenny must deal with school bullies, rude classmates, and fragile friendships.
But with the promise of a summer writing program and an Ezra-inspired project,
Jenny finds the courage to be more than just "Ezra's sister, protector,
defender, and his best and only friend," and loosens the invisible cord
just enough to follow her own dreams.

Autism through a Sisterís Eyes: a Young
Girlís View of Her Brotherís Autism. E. Band &
E. Hecht, $16.95 (ages 10-12)

When young people have questions about a
brother or sister with autism or Aspergerís Syndrome, clear answers can be hard
to find. Written by Eve Band, PhD, a clinical psychologist, this book gives
voice to ten-year-old Emilyís story: her questions about her brother, her
search for answers about autism, and her exploration of her feelings as a
sibling of a young man with autism. Told in her voice, Emilyís story is as
uplifting as it is filled with valuable information for parents and siblings,
or any individual whose life is touched by a person with high-functioning
autism or Aspergerís Syndrome.

This activity book is designed to help kids
create and find bright moments in the midst of tough circumstances.

The Boy Who Said Nonsense. Felizia Sanzari
Chernesky, $22.99

Tate is different, and not just because he came from a
pumpkin patch. He loves numbers, especially the number eleven, and he can count
lots of things just by looking at them! But all this counting makes most people
think Tate talks nonsense. Tate never seems to mind, but his brother does. No
one seems to understand the way his mind works — until his older brother makes a
connection and helps the whole family see things from Tate’s perspective.

Sam knows that his brother Eric is different from him because his
brain works differently. So, when the other children bully Eric,
it makes Sam feel protective of him. But sometimes, when Eric behaves
oddly, Sam feels embarrassed too. Sometimes, when Eric gets lots
of attention, it makes Sam feel resentful — then, when he considers
that Eric needs a lot of help and attention, it makes Sam feel guilty
for feeling resentful. There are so many different feelings Sam
experiences!

Come and meet Zaire and Eubie, James and Chloe, and other
sets of siblings, and see all the things the do together!

Camp Outlook. Brenda Baker, $11.95 (novel, ages
11-15)

Shannon is thrilled when her mom becomes pregnant. After
years of hoping and waiting, finally she will have a little brother or sister
to play with. But when her brother is born, things don't go according to plan,
and Shannon has to reconsider what 'normal' really is.

David's World: a Picture Book about Living with Autism. Dagmar Mueller & Verena Ballhaus, $25.95

David does not like when people are noisy; he does not
like being hugged — not even by his own brother. David does not laugh when happy
or cry when sad. He speaks his own language, which is difficult to understand
at times. And he eats the same foods almost every day. However, David is a
brilliant pianist and seems to have an amazing ability to communicate with the
family dog. And even though he is not like most children, through the eyes of
his brother we are able to see how he makes progress toward understanding his
world.

Everybody is Different:
a Book for Young People Who Have Brothers or Sisters with Autism.
Fiona Bleach, $17.95

Many young people have a hard time
understanding the complexities of what autism Is and why people with autism
engage in the behaviors that they do. This book gives answers to the many
questions brothers and sisters of young people on the autism spectrum have
about their siblings. In addition to explaining in basic terms the
characteristics of autism, this little book is full of helpful suggestions for
making family life more comfortable for everyone. The many illustrations make
this a warm and accessible book for young people.

For children ages 4-8, this lovely picture book tells the
story of a very special sister who can say more with her eyes, and body
language than most people can with words. A great book for explaining deafness
to young children.

Julie can't wait to go to the park and feed
the ducks with her big sister, Tara. There's only one problem. Her little
brother, Ian, who has autism, wants to go, too. Ian doesn't have the same
reactions to all the sights and sounds that his sisters have, and Julie thinks
he looks silly. But when he wanders off on his own, she must try to see the
world through his eyes in order to find him.

Iím Not Her. Janet
Gurder, $11.99 (novel, 14 +)

Tess is the exact opposite of her
beautiful, athletic sister. Kristina is the sporty one, Tess is the smart one
and thatís okay ó they each have their own place. Until Kristina is diagnosed
with cancer ó and her picture-perfect family starts cracking. Now Tess has to
fill a new role: the strong one. Because if she doesnít hold it together, who
will?

Just Because! Rebecca Elliott, $9.99

Just Because tells of a brother's love for his
sister. He is so enthusiastic about just how loving and special she is, and
delights in telling us about all the fun things they do together. Only as his
tale unfolds does the reader begin to realise that his sister has special
needs... and by then we just accept as he does all the wonderful things about
her.

Rebecca Elliott's heart-warming picture book is much
celebrated for its touching and sensitive approach to introducing the issue of
disability to young children through a charming celebration of sibling
friendship.

Leah's Voice is a story that touches on the difficulties children encounter when they meet a child with special needs such as autism. Children who have a brother or sister with special needs may find it difficult to explain to their friends, or feel disappointed when their friends aren't more understanding. Leah's Voice tells the story of two sisters facing these challenges. Through her kindness and devotion, one sister teaches by example the importance of including everyone and showing acceptance

Callie is very proud of her twin brother Charlie. He’s so good at so many things — swimming, playing the piano, running fast. And Charlie has a special way with animals, especially their dog Harriet. Charlie is in many ways just like any other boy — and he has autism.

My Holly: a Story of a Brotherís Understanding and
Acceptance. Julie Leavitt Wolfe, $22.95

This is a story about a young boy named Jack, and the
feelings heís had about his little sister who has special needs. Jack sometimes
feels sad because he wants his mom and dad to play with him, but they are busy
taking Holly to therapy or doctorís appointments. Jack begins to understand
that his parents also try to make sure he knows heís important and loved, and
begins to believe, just like his mom, that one day Holly will be able to do
anything she wants!

Noah's Garden: When Someone You Love is in the
Hospital. Mo Johnson, illustrated by Annabelle Josse, $19.00

A hospital courtyard garden ó and a vivid imagination ó
are a haven for a young boy as he waits for his baby sister to be well enough
to join him.

Noah and his family are living in The Children's Hospital
because his new sister, Jessica, was born with a serious medical condition.
Normal family life is suspended indefinitely for Noah, but in the true spirit
of childhood, he spends his days in the hospital garden, creating an imaginary
world, longing for the day when Jess can join him.

Megan and her school friends have been making big plans for her
birthday party. Then a new girl, Alexis, joins their class. Alexis
is smart, pretty, and rules the soccer games on the playground,
but she resists making new friends and refuses to come to Meganís
party. While the others think the new girl may just be shy, Megan
fears that Alexis doesnít like her because she is deaf ó because
sheís not perfect. When Megan discovers that Alexisí little brother
Justin has autism, she realizes that Alexis is embarrassed by him
and afraid of what others will think.

The Normal One: Life with
a Difficult or Damaged Sibling. Jeanne Safer, $21.00

Psychologist Jeanne Safer, herself the sibling of a special needs
brother, examines the challenges and far-reaching effects on the lives
of children who grow up with difficult or damaged siblings. A sensitive,
personal and compassionate look at the challenges and complex lifelong
issues they face.

Twelve-year-old Catherine just wants a normal life. Which is near
impossible when you have a brother with autism and a family that
revolves around his disability. She's spent years trying to teach
David the rules-from "a peach is not a funny-looking apple"
to "keep your pants on in public" in order to stop his
embarrassing behaviors. But the summer Catherine meets Jason, a
paraplegic boy, and Kristi, the next-door friend she's always wished
for, it's her own shocking behavior that turns everything upside
down and forces her to ask: What is normal?

Russell’s
World: a Story for Kids about Autism. Charles Amenta, $13.50

Russell is a boy with autism, a great big smile and family who loves him. Step into Russell’s World with photos and stories, and see what Russell and his family do every day.

Being a teen is hard enough. But when you have autism — or
when your sibling is struggling with the condition — life can be a topsy-turvy
ride. What happens when you come face-to-face with dating, parties, sports,
body changes, school, and kids who just donít get you? Where do you turn when
your sibling with autism is the butt of jokes, the victim of misunderstood
social cues, and the one everyone thinks is weird?†

Through alternating
narratives based on their own lives, Ryan Elizabeth Peete and her twin brother,
RJ, who has autism, bravely and honestly reveal what it means to be a teen
living with the disorder. With insight and humor, Same But Different explores the many aspects of teen autism, while daring to address issues and
feelings nobody talks about. This powerfully rendered, timely book is the only
one of its kind. It paints an important story of hope for teens and families
living with autism — and lets us see that everybodyís unique rhythm is worth
dancing to.††

The Sandwich Kid:
a Film about Siblings & Disabilities. Created by Keri
Bowers, Featuring Jace King, $36.95 DVD format

The Sandwich Kid gives voice
to siblings of people with disabilities ó those who are impacted
by daily living with a brother or sister having a developmental
or other disability. The film is narrated by 12 year old Jace King
who we first met in big brother Taylor Crossí film, Normal People
Scare Me. Jace uses wit, charm and keen insights in the interviews
he conducts with dozens of ďsibsĒ, ranging in age from 6 to 59.
Along the way, he shares his own struggles and challenges to building
a relationship after years of estrangement with his quirky brother.

If you're a teenaged or adult brother or sister of
someone with a disability, then this book is expressly for you. It offers a
sense that you're not alone, tips on how to talk to your parents about plans
for your sibling, and a crash course in guardianship, medical & legal
issues, and government benefits if you're already caring for your sib. Edited
by experts in the field of disabilities and sibling relationships, The
Sibling Survival Guide focuses on the topmost concerns identified in a
survey of hundreds of siblings. The chapter authors — experienced siblings and
service providers — offer practical information and anecdotes about:

Growing up with a sibling on the autistic spectrum can be
difficult, and the needs of a child with autism often overwhelm a family,
leaving neuro-typical children feeling overshadowed. In this book, the 'neuro-typical'
siblings get to have their say. They recount the good, the bad, and the
downright annoying in a way that all young people in a similar situation will
immediately recognise. Young siblings of all ages candidly recount how being
'the neuro-typical one' can be tiring, frustrating, and lonely, but equally
rewarding, and every story is injected with wisdom gained by young people who
often have to grow up a lot more quickly than their peers.

This book is essential reading for children and teenagers with a sibling on the
autistic spectrum, and for parents wishing to understand how autism in the
family will affect their neuro-typical child.

When it comes to organizing workshops
for siblings of children with special health and developmental needs,
the enormously popular Sibshop model has been used in more than
200 communities in eight countries, and the long-awaited revision
of this exemplary guide makes it easier than ever to create and
run successful, cost-effective sibling support group programs.

Sibshop programs provide opportunities
for brothers and sisters of children with special needs to obtain
peer support and education within a highly recreational context.
Organizers and families appreciate that the workshops take a wellness
approach, and the siblings who attend the workshops appreciate that
they're fun and engaging. Highly practical and user-friendly, Sibshops
is filled with straightforward instructions, photocopiable forms,
more than 100 fun games and activities, and sage guidance on how
to start, fund, and run a Sibshop.

Essential for agencies that serve families
of children with disabilities, social workers, parent-to-parent
programs, early intervention programs, developmental disability
councils, child life specialists, and parents, this guidebook offers
an inexpensive and easy-to-implement solution to addressing siblings'
needs in a way everyone can enjoy.

Three-year-old Foster talks about his older brother, Gavin, who
has autism. Sometimes My Brother shows readers the challenges
the boys face and the obstacles they overcome. Vibrant photographs
bring the reader right into their living room, school and playground.
Foster's innocent approach is perfect for teaching others what autism
is all about, and for letting other siblings of children with autism
know that they are not alone. There is a how-to section at the end
so families can create their own personalized books for sharing
their story with others.

These DVDs are designed to help children
of different ages understand and support their siblings on the autism
spectrum. One DVD applies to siblings diagnosed with autism, and
the other applies to siblings diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome.
Each DVD contains four programs; three for siblings of different
ages and developmental levels, and one for their parents. The sibling
programs are for children ages 4 to 7; ages 7 to 12 and ages 12
to adult. They explore a range of ways the kids interviewed have
learned to get along with and enjoy their brothers and sisters.
The DVDs also help parents understand the special needs of their
neurotypical children. Overall, the members of 24 families were
interviewed to create these unique videos.

Views from Our Shoes:
Growing Up with a Brother or Sister with Special Needs. Donald
Meyer (ed), $22.50 (11 and up)

The boys and girls whose essays are
featured in this collection range in age from four to eighteen. They share
their experiences as the sibling of someone with a disability--the
good and bad aspects, as well as many thoughtful observations. They
are siblings of people with a variety of special needs, including autism,
cerebral palsy, developmental delays, chronic health conditions, attention
deficit disorder, hydrocephalus, visual and hearing impairments, Down syndrome,
and Tourette syndrome. These personal tales introduce siblings to others like
them, perhaps for the first time, and allow them to compare experiences.

Emma has big dreams for her new baby brother. But when
she learns that he has Down syndrome, she worries that he won't be able to do
many of the fun things she's imagined they'd do together. This is a reassuring
story for young children as well as parents adjusting to Down syndrome and what
it means for their relationship with their sibling or child. It concludes with
helpful questions and answers for children about Down syndrome.

Why Do You
Do That? A Book about Tourette Syndrome for Children and Young People.
Uttom Chowdhury & Mary Robertson, $17.95

Written specifically for siblings, friends and classmates of children
with Tourette Syndrome (TS), Why Do You Do That describes
tics and Tourette's in clear, child-friendly terms and provides
a simple explanation of the biological causes. Other chapters focus
on living with someone who has TS, associated features such as obsessive-compulsive
disorder, ADD/HD and aggression, and what siblings can do to help.
The authors also offer practical tips on how to deal with issues
such as problems at school and bullying.

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